"Capcom Revives Breath of Fire IV on PC, 25 Years Later"

Breath of Fire IV, the beloved role-playing game from Capcom, has been resurrected on PC, a full 25 years after its initial release. Originally launched on the PlayStation in Japan and North America in 2000, and in Europe the following year, the game saw a PC port in Europe and Japan in 2003. The narrative centers on Ryu, a protagonist who possesses the unique ability to transform into a dragon, as he and his band of warriors strive to thwart an emperor's malevolent plans to destroy the world.

As part of its ongoing Preservation Program, GOG has meticulously updated Breath of Fire IV to ensure compatibility with modern PCs. This DRM-free release on their platform includes full optimization for Windows 10 and 11, with both English and Japanese localizations. The visual experience has been enhanced with an upgraded DirectX renderer, offering new display options such as Windowed Mode, V-Sync, Anti-Aliasing, and refined gamma correction for superior visuals. Additionally, the audio engine has been improved, restoring previously missing environmental sounds and providing new configuration options to enhance the auditory experience.

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Alongside Breath of Fire IV, GOG has also revived several other classic titles under its Preservation Program. This initiative ensures the preservation and availability of iconic games, including the complete Ultima series. Below is the list of games released today:

• Ultima Underworld 1+2
• Ultima 9: Ascension
• Worlds of Ultima: The Savage Empire
• Ultima Worlds of Adventure 2: Martian Dreams
• Worms: Armageddon
• Robin Hood: The Legend of Sherwood
• Realms of the Haunting
• Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon
• Stonekeep